We operate in Russia, the CIS, and internationally

Oksana Alexandrovna Karpacheva

Oksana Alexandrovna Karpacheva is the Managing Partner of Themis and an expert in international law and aircraft leasing. Throughout her career, she has successfully executed numerous large-scale projects involving cross-border transactions, the acquisition of aircraft and their components, as well as the legal support of leasing operations.

Under Oksana Alexandrovna’s leadership, the Themis team has:

  • Structured transactions for the import of pre-owned aircraft into Russia while ensuring full compliance with customs regulations.
  • Provided legal support for leasing and subleasing transactions under international sanctions, ensuring the legal integrity of deals and compliance with sanction regulations.

She works with clients worldwide, including in China, Hong Kong, Africa, the UAE, the EU, and the United States. Oksana Alexandrovna and her team are highly qualified professionals capable of handling complex legal challenges in international law, particularly in the aviation sector and corporate practice.

Projects

Project scope: Structuring and legal execution of a hydropower plant construction project in Kenya covering 13,903 m². The project involved challenging construction conditions on steep slopes and required the use of railway transport for material delivery.

Jurisdictions: Germany, Kenya, United Kingdom.

Senior Lawyer: Karpacheva Oksana Alexandrovna

Floating Home

Project scope: Structuring and executing a transaction for a floating home with a private docking area for a non-resident private client.

Jurisdictions: Germany, Russia.

Senior Lawyer: Karpacheva Oksana Alexandrovna

Project scope: Structuring and executing a multi-stage aircraft purchase and delivery deal, divided into four phases: engines, landing gear, and airframe. The aircraft was assembled and transported to the Russian Federation for registration.

Jurisdictions: UAE, Azerbaijan, Russia.

Senior Lawyer: Karpacheva Oksana Alexandrovna

Key Achievements

Development of legal documentation for establishing a repair station certified to EASA standards.

This has been a significant step in expanding the company’s capabilities in the field of maintenance services.

2010г

Development of the contractual framework with suppliers for the implementation of the wheel repair and replacement program for W&B (Weight and Balance) in Russia.

2011г

Successful legal support for the purchase and dismantling of the first two Boeing 737CL aircraft for parts.

2013г

Organization of the legal structure for establishing an independent maintenance and repair (MRO) division within LLC "FLIGHTTIME-ENGINEERING," with an expanded scope to include MRO of auxiliary power units (APU).

2018г

A full cycle of legal work for a franchising company in the UAE and its American parent company with multiple subsidiaries in India.

Simultaneously – ensuring the supply of aviation technical equipment (ATE) for Mi-8, Mi-17, Ka-32 helicopters to China, India, Latin America, and for government tenders.

2019г

Development and legal support of comprehensive programs for the supply of aircraft engines, landing gear struts, wheels, brakes, and spare parts, as well as the organization of maintenance services for units and assemblies.

Logistics and warehousing services were also provided for aircraft operators.

2020г

Key areas of activity

Themis was founded in 2020, during the peak of the pandemic. From the very beginning, the team has been committed to delivering high-level legal services, adhering to international standards and best global practices. The firm provides comprehensive legal support to both Russian and international clients in the fields of aviation law, corporate law, and foreign economic activities.

Legal support in the acquisition and sale of fuselages, engines, and aircraft

Themis provides legal support for transactions involving the sale of new and pre-owned aircraft, as well as for structuring aircraft imports.

Leasing and subleasing

Special attention is given to transactions involving operational and financial leasing of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units (APUs) in the context of sanctions compliance.

Support for aviation companies

Themis successfully collaborates with leading Russian airlines and international clients, including subsidiaries of companies from Hong Kong, China, the UAE, Turkey, and the EU.

Cross-border transactions

The Themis team of lawyers specializes in supporting transactions under English law and Welsh law, and also has experience working with bank compliance in the execution of international payments.

Work with aviation equipment

Support for operations and supplies for a wide range of aircraft, including Boeing 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, Airbus A319/320/321, CRJ-100/200, Embraer 175/195, Sukhoi SuperJet 100.

For Boeing and Airbus

Organization of a continuous supply process for consumables and components from both original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and alternative parts manufacturers (PMA), including engines, auxiliary power units, landing gear struts, wheels, and brakes.

Parallel projects

Supply from the warehouse of aviation spare parts and components for Mi-8 and Mi-17 helicopters, as well as supporting tenders for government agencies in China, India, and Latin America.